Immunization registry
Immunization Registry
An Immunization Registry (pronounced: im-yuh-nuh-zey-shuhn rej-uh-stree), also known as an Immunization Information System (IIS), is a confidential, population-based system that collects and consolidates vaccination data from multiple healthcare providers.
Etymology
The term "Immunization Registry" is derived from the words "immunization", which comes from the Latin word "immunis" meaning "free from service" or "exempt", and "registry", which originates from the Latin word "registrum" meaning "a place where things are recorded".
Definition
An Immunization Registry is a system that collects health data from various healthcare providers and stores it for reference. The registry is used to ensure that patients, especially children, receive their necessary vaccinations at the correct times. It also helps to avoid over-vaccination, which can occur when a patient switches healthcare providers.
Related Terms
- Vaccination: The act of introducing a vaccine into the body to produce immunity to a specific disease.
- Healthcare Provider: A person or organization that provides health services to individuals.
- Population-Based: Pertaining to or based on the population of a specific area.
- Confidential: Ensuring that information is accessible only to those authorized to have access.
Importance
Immunization Registries are crucial in maintaining public health. They help to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their healthcare provider, receive the necessary vaccinations. This is particularly important for children, who require a series of vaccinations in their early years. The registry also helps to prevent diseases from spreading by ensuring that the majority of the population is vaccinated.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Immunization registry
- Wikipedia's article - Immunization registry
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